Interview with Lydia Howe

Guess what?! Yes. Oh YES. We have another author come to chat with us (and giveaway 2 copies of her book). Exciting…I THINK YES.meet Lydia Howe

Lydia Howe is a twenty-something author who enjoys writing under the name of Aidyl Ewoh. She’s an adventurous girl who is partial to hiking in the Andes mountains of South America, caving in Tennessee, living in a barn and everything in-between. She is privileged to have two families, one in which she has nine siblings, the other in which she’s an only child. The two extremes give her opportunities to write from varied viewpoints. She is trained as a John Maxwell coach, and her passions include Christian apologetics and self-development.Lydia favors writing juvenile fiction and intends to branch out into young adult books some day. You can find her multiple places on the Internet:Website, Noveltea (blog), Creation Quest Facebook page, Author Facebook page, Twitter, and Google+

pitch us your book in a sentence!

Traveling with her parents brings Lydia, daughter of explorer and singer Buddy Davis, plenty of adventure and mystery – from hidden clues in bookstores to cave paintings deep underground.

how long did it take your book to go from seed idea to published book?

I’ve been going over the idea for this kind of book in my head for quite some time, so I’m not sure when the seed actually got planted. When I was fourteen? Sixteen? I don’t know. After I wrote it though, stuff was really rushed. My publisher wanted to release it at the same time they released a new DVD (which had the same theme as my book) so after things got going I barely had time to breath. (I wrote it during October and November, it was published the following June.)

can you tell us a little about how you got a publisher?

First off it was published by Answers in Genesis, which isn’t your normal publisher, it’s actually one of the largest Christian apologetics ministry. I’ve been interested in their stuff for a long time. I’ve been dreaming of them selling one of my books for about six years now. =) My dad, Buddy Davis, works there and a lot of people know who he is, so that helped our book have a platform.

is this your first book?

Cave Secrets of the Pterodactyl is my first traditionally published book. I do have several self-published kindle books on Amazon under the name of Aidyl Ewoh.

how important do you think it is for aspiring writers to read?

I think it’s really important, especially good books. Of course you shouldn’t use your writing time to read, but reading helps you learn, helps you see what mistakes to avoid, it, it, it just helps with a lot of stuff! Actually, I’m a strong believer in everyone reading, even if just for five or so minutes a day. 😉

what’s one thing you know now that you wish you’d known before you were published?

How emotionally draining it would be. In a good way, and a bad way. I’ve been thrilled since my book was released, but I feel distanced from stuff because so many emotions were used in the months leading-up to publication. It was waayy worth it though!

do you have any other projects on the go?

I’m currently working on the second book in the Creation Quest series. I’m excited about it! Plus, I have a YA novella that’s in the final stages of editing which my editor and I put on hold to work on the Creation Quest books. I need to get back to that some time.

time for a Quick 3:

Oh, fun! This is a great idea…. Let’s see:

3 favourite authors

(I’m guessing that God isn’t what you’re looking for, but He would be my favorite 😉

Strap on your headlamp and sling on your backpack for a great adventure deep inside a perilous cave. The adventure follows explorer Buddy Davis as he searches the inky darkness of a limestone cave for evidence that men and dinosaurs walked the earth together. Along the way, you will learn a pile of truths from God’s Word as young Lydia Davis and her family teach others about the Creator and Savior … and have a few adventures of their own. You can trust the Bible, and you will find many good reasons to do so as you join in the mystery. And be careful not to slip on that rock! How would you get out of the cave with a broken leg?

Comments

Oh how exciting! I'm especially interested in your kindle works. Is it easy to get established with ebooks? Do you think writing ebooks is worth it? Congrats on your other books as well! They look so interesting!

Great interview ladies! Publishing always seems like this super glamorous easy-peasy thing. I can only imagine how truly stressful it can be! Deadlines, edits, etc. Thanks for being so honest about it, Lydia!

Nacargi Lydia! (That's a language I made up, so don't bother with Google Translate) I need to get back to you on your interview on my blog. I've been busy the last month with the release of my own book next week, so I've fallen behind on my communications. But thanks for showing up here and reminding me!

Beth, Actually, asking me about ebooks won't get you anywhere. =) I'm so not an expert in the matter. Pretty much, I don't even know how to collect my royalties. Yeah, it's that bad. I just wanted to get my stories out there (they are professionally edited, although it's not the best quality work). So yeah, sorry but I'm no help… And thanks for your encouragement!